Maintenance & Operations Division
The Public Works Maintenance and Operations division in South San Francisco is dedicated to maintaining the city's infrastructure and public spaces, prioritizing safety, cleanliness, and functionality. Its responsibilities include keeping streets, sidewalks, signage, and traffic signals in good condition to improve safety and ensure efficient traffic flow. The division also manages stormwater systems, performing regular maintenance of drainage infrastructure to prevent flooding and protect water quality.
In support of the city's sustainability goals, the division aids in waste and recycling efforts by providing education to the community and ensuring compliance with waste reduction regulations. Additionally, the division manages the city fleet, overseeing the maintenance and repair of vehicles to safeguard reliability, efficiency, and readiness for all city operations.
Promptly addressing graffiti and vandalism, the team works to keep public spaces welcoming and well-maintained. In emergencies, the division provides essential response support, quickly restoring infrastructure to protect public safety. Through these varied responsibilities, the Maintenance and Operations division plays a vital role in supporting South San Francisco’s quality of life and environmental health.
Electrical Maintenance
Public Works electricians maintain all streetlights in South San Francisco, except those in unincorporated areas. Traffic signals in the Cities of South San Francisco, Brisbane, San Bruno and the Town of Colma are also maintained by South San Francisco Public Works, except Caltrans signals listed in the following locations below:
- Dubuque Ave & Airport Blvd.
- Dubuque Ave. & Oyster Point Blvd.
- El Camino Real & Arroyo Dr.
- El Camino Real & Chestnut Ave.
- El Camino Real & Costco
- El Camino Real & Country Club Dr.
- El Camino Real & Hickey Blvd.
- El Camino Real & Kaiser
- El Camino Real & McLellan Dr.
- El Camino Real & Ponderosa Rd.
- El Camino Real & Spruce Ave.
- El Camino Real & West Orange Ave.
- Juniper Mountain Blvd.& Avalon Dr.
- So. Airport Blvd. & 380 Off Ramp
- So. Airport Blvd. & Wonder Color Ln.
- Westborough Blvd. & 280 Off Ramp
To report an issue regarding a Caltrans Intersection, please contact their District 4 office by phone at (510) 286-4444.
Fleet Maintenance
The Maintenance Garage team services over 300 pieces of motorized equipment within the City’s fleet of vehicles and mechanical equipment.
Sewer & Storm Maintenance
This crew maintains the City’s sewer main lines (excluding Westborough and unincorporated areas) and some laterals of houses and businesses with a City approved cleanout. Property owners without a City approved cleanout are responsible for lateral maintenance. This includes cleaning, repairs, and reconstruction of the sewer lateral from the house or business to the main line. Check with us before you hire a contractor to complete the work. The Storm Drain crew is responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of the storm drain infrastructure and responds to mandates imposed by the Federal Government (Clean Water Act) as monitored by the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) to lessen pollution and damage to streets and structures.
Sidewalk & Street Maintenance
This team addresses potholes, evaluates sidewalk conditions and responds to other hazardous street concerns. Any pothole or maintenance repairs on El Camino Real (CA Highway 82) should be reported to Caltrans at (650) 358-4127.
Street Sweeping & Clean Team
The street sweeping team helps us keep our City streets as clean as possible. There are No Parking signs posted throughout the City indicating a day and time. These signs are posted to prohibit vehicles from parking on the street for more than 72 hours. While they are not posted for street sweeping, our crew tries to take advantage of these restrictions when planning the sweeper routes. The clean team cleans areas where sweepers are not able to access.
A new street sweeping schedule is in effect. If you have specific questions, please email web-pw@ssf.net.
Traffic Signs & Markings Maintenance
This crew is responsible for the installation and maintenance of all City traffic signs, street name signs, and painted legends and symbols. The Traffic Advisory Committee meets on the third Tuesday of each month to review requests for new traffic controls (stop signs, street lights, speed humps, etc.). All requests must be submitted utilizing a TAC form(PDF, 97KB) and include your name, address, phone number, location of the request, and a detailed description/ recommendation on how to address your complaint or recommendation.